How to Make Toasted Seed Risotto Balls
Pour the stock into a heavy-based pot., Heat the olive oil in a frying pan., Pour the stock into the rice mixture., Stir in the cheese. , Put the risotto mixture into a bowl and leave it to cool. , Create the risotto balls., Create the seed layer...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Pour the stock into a heavy-based pot.
Bring to simmer gently. -
Step 2: Heat the olive oil in a frying pan.
Add the spring onions and garlic and cook gently.
After two minutes, add the rice and cook over a medium heat for 2 minutes, stirring often.
Do not let the rice colour. , Do this half a cup at a time, stirring all the while.
Continue stirring until all of the liquid has been absorbed by the rice on each occasion until all of the stock has been added. ,,, One the mixture has cooled down completely, dampen your hands.
Form the risotto mixture into balls.
This recipe should make about 12 balls in all. , Put the seeds into a food processor.
Process the seeds until they resemble breadcrumbs. , Roll the risotto balls across the seed mixture to coat each ball. , Put into the refrigerator to chill and set for 10 minutes. ,, Prior to placing in the oven, spray or dollop a little oil on each one to aid the crisping process. , The balls can be served as cocktail food or snacks on a plate with dipping sauce of choice.
If you like, they can also be served as a dinner item, on a plate with salad and beans.
Lemon wedges also go well with this dish. -
Step 3: Pour the stock into the rice mixture.
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Step 4: Stir in the cheese.
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Step 5: Put the risotto mixture into a bowl and leave it to cool.
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Step 6: Create the risotto balls.
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Step 7: Create the seed layer.
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Step 8: Pour the seeds onto a dinner plate and spread out.
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Step 9: Place the balls on a pre-greased or lined baking tray.
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Step 10: Preheat the oven to 190ºC as the balls are chilling.
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Step 11: Place the balls in the oven for 15-20 minutes
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Step 12: or until the outside is crisp and golden.
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Step 13: Serve.
Detailed Guide
Bring to simmer gently.
Add the spring onions and garlic and cook gently.
After two minutes, add the rice and cook over a medium heat for 2 minutes, stirring often.
Do not let the rice colour. , Do this half a cup at a time, stirring all the while.
Continue stirring until all of the liquid has been absorbed by the rice on each occasion until all of the stock has been added. ,,, One the mixture has cooled down completely, dampen your hands.
Form the risotto mixture into balls.
This recipe should make about 12 balls in all. , Put the seeds into a food processor.
Process the seeds until they resemble breadcrumbs. , Roll the risotto balls across the seed mixture to coat each ball. , Put into the refrigerator to chill and set for 10 minutes. ,, Prior to placing in the oven, spray or dollop a little oil on each one to aid the crisping process. , The balls can be served as cocktail food or snacks on a plate with dipping sauce of choice.
If you like, they can also be served as a dinner item, on a plate with salad and beans.
Lemon wedges also go well with this dish.
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